Find A Psychologist in Lakewood Ranch, FL.

Private counseling in residential rehabilitation is a privilege, as many facilities only offer group counseling. Our Valiant Recovery staff includes licensed psychologists who do private sessions with clients, which increases the likelihood of their success in the program. Individual counseling addresses the underlying causes of the client's personal struggles with addiction, for example, grief, abuse, trauma, and mental illness, and it does so in an environment of total confidentiality. Our counselors have masters degrees in psychology and extensive experience treating cases of addiction and substance abuse.

As a psychologist, I have access to many assessment tools. I believe in using a scientific approach to mental health. Treatment begins with a comprehensive psychological assessment involving multiple measures depending on the areas of concern. Psychological assessments are an essential part of identifying diagnosis properly as well as monitoring for progress. The assessment tools help to objective information that is often subjective. Our subjective experiences are often difficult to quantify and these tools are an essential part of discovery and the healing process.

There are masters degree therapists (LMHC, LMSW, LMFT) but few actual DOCTORS of psychology. I graduated magna cum laude from Rollins College with degrees in Philosophy and Psychology. I have a Master's Degree & a Doctorate Degree in Psychology. I have been invited to speak at Harvard Faculty Club multiple times. I am also a trauma certified. I think it is important to understand the different qualifications, so you can make an informed choice regarding your treatment and all available options. I take my job very seriously, and I wanted to make sure I had the highest qualifications to ensure the safety and wellbeing of my clients. I have worked in multiple settings and in a locked Baker Act receiving facility. Please call for a free consult to assess your situation.